Polybutene Market

As per Market Research Future Analysis, the Global Polybutene Market was valued at USD 0.84 Billion in 2024 and is projected to grow to USD 1.30 Billion by 2035, with a CAGR of 4.1% from 2025 to 2035. The growth is driven by increasing demand from end-use industries, particularly in food packaging and automotive sectors, due to polybutene's superior mechanical and chemical properties. The Asia-Pacific region is expected to dominate the market, supported by economic growth and industrialization, while North America is anticipated to grow at the fastest rate due to rising use in cosmetics and personal care products.

Key players include BASF SE, Dongfang Hongye Limited Company, DAELIM, INEOS, Lubrizol Corporation, LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V., Mitsui Chemicals Inc., TPC Group, Ylem Technology Co. Ltd., Braskem, KEMAT Polybutenes, SOLTEX, Maharashtra Polybutenes Ltd, and A S Harrison & Co Pty Limited.

April 2025: INEOS Energy has announced the completion of its acquisition of the US Gulf business from CNOOC Energy Holdings U.S.A. Inc., a subsidiary of CNOOC International Limited. This acquisition boosts INEOS Energy’s global production to over 90 thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day and marks the third major investment by the company in the United States in the past three years. These investments include a 1.4 million tonnes per annum LNG deal with Sempra in December 2022 and the acquisition of Chesapeake Energy’s oil and gas assets in South Texas in May 2023.

The acquired business, now integrated into INEOS Energy, includes a portfolio of non-operated assets centered around two deepwater early production assets—Appomattox and Stampede—in the US Gulf. The deal also encompasses several mature assets and supporting operations, further enhancing INEOS’ existing US onshore energy portfolio.

October 2024: LyondellBasell (LYB) announced its acquisition of full ownership of APK AG in Merseburg, Germany. APK will be fully integrated into LyondellBasell and continue operating as part of the company. As a leader in sustainability within the chemical industry, LyondellBasell aims to further advance APK’s unique solvent-based technology for low-density polyethylene (LDPE). The company plans to build commercial plants in the future, enabling the production of high-purity materials for use in applications such as flexible packaging for personal care products, in order to meet the evolving demands of customers and brand owners.

September 2023: Soltex, Inc., a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-quality additives for various industrial sectors, has announced the strategic acquisition of DSI Ventures, a prominent player in the dielectric fluid industry. This acquisition is part of Soltex's ongoing efforts to expand its market reach, particularly in key sectors such as immersion cooling for data centres, electric vehicle fluids, and battery storage. Glenn Bohny, President of Soltex, commented that the addition of DSI Ventures aligns with the company’s growth strategy.

The acquisition enhances Soltex's product portfolio and accelerates its entry into the data center fluid and e-mobility markets, allowing the company to cater to a broader customer base.

Dawn Allen, President of DSI Ventures, expressed that the integration of DSI Ventures into Soltex marks a significant milestone. She emphasized that the partnership not only expands the product portfolio but also combines the strengths of both companies to deliver exceptional value to clients. With DSI Ventures’ deep expertise in the electric vehicle market, the collaboration aligns perfectly with Soltex’s innovative approach, paving the way for groundbreaking advancements in AI and immersion cooling technologies.

Polybutene Market Segmentation

Polybutene by Grade Outlook

• Extrusion Application
• Injection Molding Application
• Extrusion Blow Molding Application

Polybutene by Application Outlook

• Chewing Gum
• Masterbatches
• Sealants
• Adhesives
• Plastic Packaging
• Piping Systems
• Others

Polybutene Regional Outlook

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Russia
  • Spain
  • Italy
  • Finland
  • Poland
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Malaysia
  • Thailand
  • Indonesia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • GCC Countries
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East & Africa